Why You Should Explore Belize Beyond San Pedro, Ambergris Caye
San Pedro continues to grow in popularity with every traveler who visits, but Belize has many attractions and activities that...
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Belize Barrier Reef
185-MILE NATIONAL MONUMENT
The Belize Barrier Reef sits just miles off the coast of Belize and is part of the larger Mesoamerican Barrier Reef, second in size only to the Great Barrier Reef in Australia. Home to hundreds of species of coral and fish, it is a hot spot for divers, snorkelers and biologists from all over the world.
THE LARGEST REEF SYSTEM IN THE NORTHERN HEMISPHERE
For 185 miles, explore all that the reef has to offer, including swimming with whale sharks near the Placencia coast, diving deep into the Great Blue Hole and snorkeling off more than 400 white sandy islands that surround the reef.
500 SPECIES OF FISH FOUND ON THE REEF
Listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, the Belize Barrier Reef provides a crucial balance within the surrounding marine system. Help us preserve this reef when you visit by wearing reef-safe sunscreen, avoiding contact with the coral, and picking up trash and recyclables on the beach.
Attractions in Belize Barrier Reef
Long Caye Wall
With its deep drop-off, Long Caye Wall has earned its name. Great for seeing turtles, rays, and barracudas.
Emerald Forest Reef
Emerald Forest Reef is a novice diver’s paradise, well known for its somewhat shallow attractions and spectacular Elkhorn coral formation, which is one of…
Glover’s Reef
Deep channels coincide with dramatic rising pinnacles at the Glover’s Reef Marine Reserve. The reserve is one of Belize’s three…
Southwater Caye Marine Reserve
Lesser-known but just as spectacular is the South Water Caye Marine Reserve. It is one of the largest reserves in…
